Kortepohja
Rent increases in March 1,5 – 2,5 %
The Student Union Council of Representatives of the University of Jyväskylä, when approving the budget for Kortepohja Student Village, and the board of Soihtu business unit, when approving the budgets for Soihtu Vehkakuja and Soihtu Korttelikylä,...
Fiber optic network coming – Terms of tenancy to be updated
Soihtu resident network will be renewed. This change will not incur additional costs for tenants, and the speed of the Internet connection will remain at least at the current level. Due to this change, the terms of tenancy will be updated.
Soihtu resident network will be renewed at the turn of 2024-2025
JYY (The Student Union of the University of Jyväskylä) and the Finnish fiber optic company Lounea have agreed on building a network connection for the residents of the Kortepohja Student Village, Soihtu Korttelikylä, and Soihtu...
Verification of right of tenancy
Buildings A-J and Q-T in Kortepohja Student Village are so called ARA student housing locations. In fall 2024 the right of tenancy will be inspected in the buildings FHJRST in Kortepohja Student Village.
JYPS presentation and bike maintenance course at Rentukka on September 11–12
Jyväskylä Cycling Association (JYPS) is coming to Kortepohja in September with a presentation event and bike maintenance courses. If your bike needs minor maintenance and you'd like to learn how to do it yourself, sign up for the free course....
All apartments of September have now been offered
Soihtu's apartments have been popular with applicants again this year, and we received many applications from new students starting their studies in August and September. We offer apartments that are available later in autumn to those who have sent...
Reforms to services
Soihtu wants to offer its customers the smoothest possible customer service experience. Starting in September, you can book a personal service appointment at the Housing Service Point through the online booking system.
When you move out, return the keys as instructed – this ensures the next tenant can move in on time
We instruct the tenant to return the keys on time to ensure the new tenant's move goes as smoothly as possible. The compensation price list now includes charges for incorrect and late key returns.
August apartments offered
All apartments available at the beginning of August have now been offered, and most have already had tenancy agreements signed. Individual apartments or shared rooms may still become available at the beginning of August if someone declines their apartment offer.
Tips for applying for student housing
Every summer, Soihtu receives a large number of apartment applications, and this summer is no exception. Apartments and rooms that become available at the beginning of August are always reserved for new students starting their studies in...
The power duo of events
Text: Anni Pajari | Pictures: Tiina Salminen, Tiitu Design Almost all events in the Kortepohja Student Village are organized by the Tenants’ Committee. The Committee is made up of active villagers who want to be involved in creating a sense of...
Happy news for the Kortepohja district: Subway signs a lease in the new U-building of Soihtu
Soihtu has signed a lease with Subcom Oy on the retail space located on the ground floor of the U-building, which is currently under construction. Subcom is Finland's largest Subway franchise company. A Subway restaurant will opened by Subcom in the U-building when the new building is completed in spring 2025.